Housing Needs Officer

2 weeks ago


Eastbourne, United Kingdom Park Avenue Recruitment Full time

About the Role:

Park Avenue Recruitment is working with a Local Authority in East Sussex to recruit two Housing Needs Officers for an initial period of three months.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide suitable housing advice to clients in accordance with relevant housing legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996.
  • Write S184 decision letters and Personal Housing Plans.
  • Work with a small team of four, with minimal office presence.

Requirements:

  • Prior Local Authority experience in Housing and Homelessness.
  • Excellent working knowledge of housing legislation and policies.

About the Team:

The successful candidates will join a dedicated team working to relieve homelessness in the area.



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